About Lou
Lou Marzeles is multiple-award winning folk-rock songwriter and performer and artist on the Akashic Records label. He has a custom truss rod cover on his Taylor guitar that reads, "Music is love in search of a word," a quote from Sidney Lanier that encapsulates Lou's musical approach and purpose.
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Lou's songs helped win a band a recording contract with a renowned producer. He has won a multitude of best-song and best-performer awards nationwide, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area. Today he performs at wineries, corporate gigs, and house concerts both hither and yon. He plays keyboards, guitar, mandolin, and the E-flat kazoo. He believes music is a carrier of intention and purpose.
"I book a lot of performers for my resort. I've had the pleasure of seeing and hearing Lou Marzeles live and was truly rewarded. He not only has smooth vocals to match his engaging music, but he has stage presence to boot. I bring him back as often as possible.”
Len Schulmeister, Pine Springs Resort
"Lou did a great job for our Spring Fling/Outside retirement party. His music was perfect for the crowd and gathering. The song selection was easy to listen to, including singing along to cover songs. Lou was easy to work with, brought everything needed, and did a great job. Highly recommend him for your next gathering of friends and family.
"Lou Marzeles’ 'Love Will Take Me Home' could be called feel-good mellow music. ​But Lou's music is also sweet and heartfelt, with a beat."
David Misch, famed Hollywood comedy writer
"I helped arrange a corporate dinner for my team at the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Museum. Lou performed for our group and was outstanding! He has such a wonderful singing voice and is also a great performer. People were commenting all night how much they loved his music. Thank you, Lou!
Katie Harrell, Portland
Karen Schwarts, Yakima